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Products to Stop Snoring

Snoring is caused by obstructed breathing. Snoring can be the result of medical conditions such as sleep apnea or the anatomy of your mouth. Sleep apnea is a disorder where you repeatedly stop breathing while you sleep. Sometimes having an enlarged tonsil or thick palate can cause snoring. Depending on how severe your snoring is, products can vary to help cease the problem. If you are overweight, losing weight may also help with snoring.

  1. Mouth Gaurd

    • According to Sleep Education, mouth guards may help with sleep apnea, but not every person will benefit from a mouth guard. Getting a mouth guard requires a visit to the dentist to have the mouth piece positioned just right. Wearing the guard can help relax your palate and prevent snoring. The downside of wearing a mouth guard is possible jaw pain, excessive salivation, and pain in your cheeks.

    Strips and Sprays

    • According to Consumer Research, nose strips won't help cure cases of sleep apnea. Nasal strips are meant to open your nasal passages. Throat sprays help to lubricate the tissues in your throat. When you use nasal strips in conjunction with a spray, the strips and spray can help stop mild cases of snoring.

    CPAP

    • A CPAP, or continuous positive airway pressure device, is worn while you sleep. CPAP machines are intended for severe sufferers of sleep apnea who snore. You wear a mask over your nose that forces pressurized air through your airway in order to stop your snoring. Wearing a CPAP can be uncomfortable, and you may have problems sleeping while wearing the device. Your physician can make adjustments by adding a humidifier; this will help you sleep easier through the night.

    Implants

    • A procedure known as the Pillar Procedure may help you if you suffer from mild to moderate snoring. Strands of braided rods are placed into your palate. The strands stiffen, which helps to reduce vibrations of your palate when you snore. Implants can cause temporary side effects, such as sore throat, swelling and a feeling that something is lodged in your palate.

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